1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 920 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
