1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1392 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 133 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
