1984 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 25 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1350 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1984 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1984 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3040 mm |
