1984 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 735 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 1984 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
