1976 Fiat 126 vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1976 Fiat 126 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 675 kg more than 1976 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, 1965 Toyota Crown (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 126 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 75 L |
