1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1425 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 1300 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2550 mm |
