1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1300 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 1995 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1995 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.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Fiat 500 | 1995 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 500 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |