1949 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 57 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 500 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 93 L |
