1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Fiat 126
To start off, 1992 Fiat 126 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 809 kg more than 1992 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1992 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | 126 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
