1978 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1733 kg more than 1978 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 Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 126 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3645 mm |
