1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2008 Saturn Sky is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Sky (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Sky weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1996 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, 2008 Saturn Sky (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2008 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | 126 | Sky |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
