1972 Fiat 126 vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1432 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Rover 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, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | 126 | Land Rover Discovery |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
