1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 500 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
