1986 Fiat 126 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1986 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat 126 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3090 mm |
