1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 59 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1195 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 2008 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, 2008 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. 2008 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. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Fiat 1500 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1500 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 96 L |