2008 Fiat Linea vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Fiat Linea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Linea. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Linea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 605 kg more than 2008 Fiat Linea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Linea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Linea. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Linea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Linea | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Linea | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 245 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 | 1185 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2290 mm |
