1993 Fiat 126 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1413 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. 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 1993 Fiat 126. 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126. 2004 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1993 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1993 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 126 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2550 mm |
