1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 1500 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 317 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |