1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 750 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2550 mm |
