1971 Fiat 850 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 850 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 850 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |
