1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 419 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Freelander | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Land Rover | Fiat |
Model | Freelander | 500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3547 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1627 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2300 mm |