1972 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 126 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 49 L |
