1973 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1377 kg more than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Autobianchi A 112 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Autobianchi | Land Rover |
Model | A 112 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2550 mm |