1983 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 710 kg more than 1983 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Panda | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Panda | Discovery |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |