1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 47 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 2400 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 93 L |
