2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Fiat 126
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 920 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.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 126 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 20 L |
