1974 Fiat 127 vs. 2008 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 127 | 2008 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 127 | LR2 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 902 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |