1974 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1980 kg more than 1974 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 126 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 117 L |
