1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1822 kg more than 1976 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 126 | Express |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 117 L |
