1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 1100 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |
