1974 Fiat 131 vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 131 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 131 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 131 | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 131 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
