2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1983 Fiat 126
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Spark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 493 kg more than 1983 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1983 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Spark | 126 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 650 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |
