1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 1600 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
