1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 960 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 2200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 2200 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
