1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. 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 1960 Fiat 1200. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 1200 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 1200 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 84 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 93 L |