1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat Ritmo. (98 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat Ritmo | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Ritmo | Discovery |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1714 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |