2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 Fiat 126
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1982 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Colorado | 126 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 652 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 1850 mm |
