1966 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 124. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1966 Fiat 124. 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 1966 Fiat 124. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 124. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 124 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 124 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1438 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
