1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 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 168 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 127 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
