1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1981 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1981 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
