1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 112 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200.

Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1200 2004 Land Rover Freelander
Make Fiat Land Rover
Model 1200 Freelander
Year Released 1959 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1221 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 174 HP
Torque 83 Nm 240 Nm
Engine Bore Size 72 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3930 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 64 L