2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 932 kg more than 1977 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 126 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1850 mm |
