1953 Fiat V8 vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1960 Land Rover 88 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat V8 (104 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat V8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1953 Fiat V8.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat V8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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:
| 1953 Fiat V8 | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | V8 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
