1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 1400 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
