1973 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1997 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Lancia Fulvia. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Lancia Fulvia | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Lancia | Land Rover |
| Model | Fulvia | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2550 mm |
