1986 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 18 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 126 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| 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 |
