1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45, 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 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 2005 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 500 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
