1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Fiat 126
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 939 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | 126 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 24 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1850 mm |
