1994 Fiat 126 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Fiat 126 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 350 kg more than 1994 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Toyota Carina (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat 126 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
