1986 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 27 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1943 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 126 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3645 mm |
