1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1984 Fiat 126
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 828 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1984 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Camaro | 126 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |