1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1973 Land Rover Serie III
To start off, both 1973 Fiat 500 and 1973 Land Rover Serie III were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Land Rover Serie III is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Land Rover Serie III weights approximately 890 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500.
Because 1973 Land Rover Serie III is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Land Rover Serie III 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1973 Land Rover Serie III | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 500 | Serie III |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2240 mm |
