1987 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Camry weights approximately 790 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry, 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, 1999 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat 126 | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 187 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
