1953 Allard K3 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1953 Allard K3. (94 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1953 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1953 Allard K3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Allard K3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Allard K3. (217 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Allard K3.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Allard K3 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Allard | Land Rover |
Model | K3 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3622 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |