1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 36 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 3,950 cc (8 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 1325 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 128 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
