1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth Coupe has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | Coupe | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 4553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
