1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 58 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (247 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 660 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 2007 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, 2007 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. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1500 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |
