1949 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 56 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 975 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 1949 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 2005 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 500 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
