1972 Fiat X1-9 vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (74 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1972 Fiat X1-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat X1-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat X1-9. (98 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat X1-9 | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | X1-9 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |