1986 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1986 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 126 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 4291 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |
