2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (168 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2004 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Idea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Idea. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Idea | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
