1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Toyota |
| Model | A 112 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
