1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 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 (241 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. 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 1957 Fiat 1200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1200 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:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 241 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 97 L |
