1974 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 124 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 124 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |