1961 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 791 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Fiat Cabriolet 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Cabriolet Land Cruiser
Year Released 1961 2005
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1681 kg
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 180 L


 

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