1972 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 80 L |
