1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1834 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100. 2007 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1100 | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 1100 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 86 L |