2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1984 Fiat 126
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1984 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1984 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Durango | 126 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1850 mm |
