1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1637 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 500 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 82 L |
