1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 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 75 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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 1961 Abarth 2400. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 2400 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 93 L |
