1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2006 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1382 kg more than 1955 Fiat 600.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (39 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 600 | 2006 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 600 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |
