1945 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1945 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1945 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1945 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1945 Fiat 500 2003 Land Rover Discovery
Make Fiat Land Rover
Model 500 Discovery
Year Released 1945 2003
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 569 cc 4553 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 14 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 2075 kg
Vehicle Length 3220 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2550 mm


 

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