2008 Fiat Punto vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Punto 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Punto Land Cruiser
Year Released 2008 1991
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 2366 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 69 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 95 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1650 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2320 mm


 

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