2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1976 Fiat 126
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 833 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1976 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | 126 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 20 L |
