1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 400 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. 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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 124 | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 159 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |