1982 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 676 kg more than 1982 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 126 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 126 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |
