1963 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1573 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 500 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
