1977 Fiat 132 vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 32 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 122 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.

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 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1977 Fiat 132 has manual transmission. 1977 Fiat 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Fiat 132 2009 Toyota 4Runner
Make Fiat Toyota
Model 132 4Runner
Year Released 1977 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2445 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 22.0:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1352 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 56 L 87 L


 

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