2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 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 Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 126 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1850 mm |
