1978 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 31 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 747 kg more than 1978 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3710 mm |
