1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1100 | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 1100 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |