1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 500 | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2780 mm |
