1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Fiat 126
To start off, 1995 Fiat 126 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 944 kg more than 1995 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 Corvette (522 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 126 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 25 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 291 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |