1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1402 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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 1959 Abarth 1000. 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 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2006 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 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:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 1000 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 195 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 | 680 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
