1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 695 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132. 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 1977 Fiat 132. 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 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 132 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 87 L |
