1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1999 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 128 | 1999 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 128 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1116 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |