1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 131 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 131 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2486 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 |
