1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 507 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1995 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126. 1995 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1980 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1980 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
