1974 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi A 112.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Autobianchi A 112 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Autobianchi Land Rover
Model A 112 Range Rover
Year Released 1974 1998
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 902 cc 3946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 675 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 3240 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2750 mm