1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 934 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |