1980 Fiat 126 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 755 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 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 126 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2590 mm |
