1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1999 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 23 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1259 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Toyota 4Runner (290 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1999 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 87 L |
