1973 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 38 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126. 2011 Toyota Venza 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. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 126 | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 126 | Venza |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 67 L |