1962 Abarth 700 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 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 1624 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 700. 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 (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 700 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 93 L |
