1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1994 Toyota Previa is newer by 18 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1035 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, 1994 Toyota Previa, 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, 1994 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 75 L |
