2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1979 Fiat 126
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1979 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Sprinter | 126 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 1850 mm |
