1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 9 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Carina weights approximately 490 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.
Because 1977 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 1977 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina, 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
