2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Fiat 126
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 686 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Corvette | 126 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 20 L |
