1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Toyota Highlander is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 995 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Highlander 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, 2004 Toyota Highlander (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
