1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1996 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1996 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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:
1949 Fiat 500 | 1996 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 500 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 569 cc | 3944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |