1981 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 2030 kg more than 1981 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 126. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 126 | 2012 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2850 mm |
