2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1995 Fiat 126
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 616 kg more than 1995 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 TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1995 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 126 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 25 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
