1957 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 2234 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 500 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 500 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 86 L |
