1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1995 Seat Toledo is newer by 19 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Toledo weights approximately 470 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, 1995 Seat Toledo, 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, 1995 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | 126 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 55 L |
