1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,477 cc, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1694 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Abarth | Toyota |
| Model | 1300 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4477 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 141 L |
