1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1996 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 16 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1265 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 1996 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Toyota 4Runner (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1996 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
