1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 158 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 124 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
