2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1641 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Express | 126 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| 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 | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 585 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 |
