1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 690 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2320 mm |