1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1982 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 167 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
