1979 Fiat 126 vs. 2002 Toyota F-1
To start off, 2002 Toyota F-1 is newer by 23 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 2,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Toyota F-1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota F-1 (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota F-1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota F-1 weights approximately 1025 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 126 | 2002 Toyota F-1 | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | F-1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
