1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Fiat 126
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 825 kg more than 1977 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1977 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Camaro | 126 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
