2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1979 Fiat 126
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 30 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1230 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.
Because 1979 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country 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. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1979 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Town & Country | 126 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 1850 mm |
