2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1303 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 2004 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1850 mm |
