1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Fiat 126
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 294 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 897 kg more than 1988 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1988 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | 126 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1850 mm |
