1974 Fiat 131 vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 33 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1743 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 131 | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 131 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |