1991 Fiat 126 vs. 1995 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 447 kg more than 1991 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 1995 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
