1955 Fiat 1100 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat 1100 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 1100 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 93 L |
