1982 Fiat 127 vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 820 kg more than 1982 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 127 | 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 127 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2320 mm |
