1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 2129 kg more than 1983 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126. 2013 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 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 | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3100 mm |
