1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 17 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 1025 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.
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, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 133 | 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | 133 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |