1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 852 kg more than 1988 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 126 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
