1962 Fiat Cabriolet vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3

To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.

Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Cabriolet.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Fiat Cabriolet 2009 Land Rover LR3
Make Fiat Land Rover
Model Cabriolet LR3
Year Released 1962 2009
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 94 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors


 

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