1986 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 1080 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 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Fiat 126 | 2004 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
Model | 126 | Omega |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |