1972 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. 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 1972 Autobianchi A 112. 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 (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Autobianchi A 112 | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | A 112 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 87 L |
