2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1979 Fiat 126
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 26 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1325 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1979 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | 300 | 126 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 1850 mm |
