1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 26 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 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1210 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 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
