2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Fiat 126
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 2026 kg more than 1988 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 (488 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 126 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
