1981 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 750 kg more than 2012 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Idea. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Toyota | Fiat |
| Model | Land Cruiser | Idea |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
