1971 Lancia Fulvia vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 37 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1494 kg more than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lancia Fulvia | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Fulvia | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 82 L |
