1969 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 2053 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi A 112. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi A 112 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Land Rover |
| Model | A 112 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 655 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 88 L |
