1978 Fiat 126 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
