1980 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat Panda 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 169 more horse power than 1980 Fiat Panda. (48 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1980 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Fiat Panda. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat Panda. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Fiat Panda | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Panda | Discovery |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 4556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 407 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2100 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |