1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1875 kg more than 1996 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
