1979 Fiat 126 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 550 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 126 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 126 | Carina |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |