2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1984 Fiat 126
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1952 kg more than 1984 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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 Express (441 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1984 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 126 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 1850 mm |
