1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1896 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3110 mm |
