1999 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1974 Fiat 126
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1974 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tracker | 1974 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Tracker | 126 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1850 mm |
