1980 Fiat 131 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1980 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Fiat 131 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 131 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
