1954 Fiat V8 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1954 Fiat V8. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1568 kg more than 1954 Fiat V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Fiat V8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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:
| 1954 Fiat V8 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | V8 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
