1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 53 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 930 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200. 2010 Toyota FJ 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. 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1200 | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |
