1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover

To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 725 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Autobianchi A 112 2006 Land Rover Range Rover
Make Autobianchi Land Rover
Model A 112 Range Rover
Year Released 1979 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 4392 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 64 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 675 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 3240 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 104 L


 

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