1971 Lancia Fulvia 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 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (115 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. 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 (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1971 Lancia Fulvia has manual transmission. 1971 Lancia Fulvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Fulvia | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Fulvia | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
