1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1355 kg more than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | Giulietta | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 93 L |
