1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 128 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
