1970 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lancia Fulvia. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1970 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1970 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lancia Fulvia | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
Model | Fulvia | Discovery |
Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |