1984 Fiat 126 vs. 1991 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1991 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1984 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 1991 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
