1974 Fiat 126 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 27 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 940 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 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 60 L |
