1978 Fiat Strada vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Strada | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Strada | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 240 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |