1991 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 2063 kg more than 1991 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat 126 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 126 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 88 L |
