1969 Lancia Fulvia 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 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Fulvia 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 97 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1748 kg more than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. 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 Lancia Fulvia. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Fulvia. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lancia Fulvia | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Fulvia | Discovery |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |