1955 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1955 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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. 2007 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 500 | 2007 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 500 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
