1974 Fiat 131 vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 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 91 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 935 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 131 | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 131 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |