1973 Fiat 132 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 955 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 132. 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 (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 132 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 180 L |
