1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1985 Toyota Century
To start off, 1985 Toyota Century is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Century weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1974 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, 1985 Toyota Century (290 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 1985 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Century |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2870 mm |
