1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1980 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 500 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |