Fiat 126 700 (26 Hp)
Fiat 126:
The Fiat 126 is a city car manufactured and marketed by Fiat from 1972 until 2000 over a single generation. It has a rear-engine design and seats four passengers. Introduced by Fiat in October 1972 at the Turin Auto Show, the 126 replaced the Fiat 500, using major elements from its design. A subsequent iteration, marketed as the 126 Bis, used a horizontally oriented, water-cooled engine, and featured a rear hatchback with additional cargo space.
The majority of 126s were manufactured in Tychy and Bielsko-Biała plants, Poland and were marketed as the Polski Fiat 126p in many markets. Fiat stopped marketing the 126 in 1993 in favor of its new front-engined Cinquecento. Total production reached approximately 4. 7 million units....(Read more on Wikipedia)
126 Overview:
Fiat 126 (126). With 49 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.8 l/100km). Weighing only 645 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 33 s). The top speed reaches 116 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (26 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 33 sec).
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
Cons:
- • Compact cargo space (110 L); may require careful packing.
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(126: 1977 - 1987).
| General: |
| Brand: | Fiat |
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| Model: | 126 |
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| Generation: | 126 |
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| Modification (Engine): | 700 (26 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1987 |
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| End of production: | 1996 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Hatchback |
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| Seats: | 4 |
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| Doors: | 3 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 26 Hp @ 4500 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 36.9 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 49 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | 126 A2.048 More details about the engine 126 A2.048 |
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| Engine displacement: | 704 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 2 |
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| Engine configuration: | Inline |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 2.5 l |
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| Engine layout: | Rear, Transverse |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 80 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 70 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 8.6:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.4 l/100 km |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 33 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 33 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 116 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 24.8 kg/Hp, 40.3 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 13.2 kg/Nm, 76 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 31.4 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 645 |
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| Max. weight: | 990 |
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| Max load: | 345 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 555 l |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 110 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 21 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 3105 mm mm |
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| Width: | 1375 mm mm |
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| Height: | 1345 mm mm |
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| Wheelbase: | 1840 mm mm |
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| Front track: | 1135 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1170 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.2 m [above average] |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 4 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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| Steering type | Worm-reduction unit |
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| Tires size | 135/70 R13 |
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| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
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| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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