1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 133 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
