1993 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1993 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | 126 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 319 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
