2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1634 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 126 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 1850 mm |
