1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 307 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 885 kg more than 1977 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 126 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
