1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Fiat 1400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
