1982 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Toyota Crown

To start off, 1982 Fiat 126 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1968 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Crown weights approximately 790 kg more than 1982 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, 1968 Toyota Crown (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Fiat 126 1968 Toyota Crown
Make Fiat Toyota
Model 126 Crown
Year Released 1982 1968
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 652 cc 2599 cc
Horse Power 24 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 42 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 585 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 3130 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1390 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2750 mm


 

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