1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 35 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
