1996 Fiat Legram vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Legram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Legram would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Legram. (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Legram.

Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Legram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Legram. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Legram. 2005 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Legram has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Legram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Fiat Legram 2005 Toyota Tacoma
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Legram Tacoma
Year Released 1996 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2688 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 248 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.7 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1680 mm


 

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