1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 13 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1080 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.
Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2320 mm |
