1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1646 kg more than 1983 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 Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126. 2012 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat 126 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | 126 | Express |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3429 mm |