1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pickup is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pickup will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2960 mm |
