1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 500 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2750 mm |
