1980 Fiat 126 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 929 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 126 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2810 mm |
