1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | AR 51 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1884 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |
