1996 Fiat Coupe vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 840 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Coupe | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | Coupe | Discovery |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |