1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1972 Fiat 126
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1972 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Venture | 126 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1850 mm |