1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 124 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1756 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |