1999 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 990 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131. 1979 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1999 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 1999 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Discovery | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Land Rover | Fiat |
Model | Discovery | 131 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |