1984 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 27 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 670 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2011 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2601 mm |
