1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1521 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 500. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 500 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:
1960 Fiat 500 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 500 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2670 mm |