1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 1800 | LR3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |