1977 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1833 kg more than 1977 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 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 126 | Express |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 2421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3429 mm |
