1979 Fiat 126 vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1994 Renault Safrane is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 789 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, 1994 Renault Safrane, 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, 1994 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 126 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2770 mm |
