1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 1990 Toyota Sera is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Sera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Sera weights approximately 326 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Toyota Sera (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Sera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Sera |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 40 L |
