1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 6 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 855 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | S-10 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 1850 mm |
