1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 235 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
