1966 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rover 75 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Fiat 500 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 500 | 75 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2830 mm |