1973 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 750 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 126 | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 126 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 79 L |