1957 Simca Vedette vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 2,350 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Simca Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1957 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Vedette.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Simca Vedette. 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. 2012 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1957 Simca Vedette has manual transmission. 1957 Simca Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Simca Vedette | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Simca | Land Rover |
| Model | Vedette | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
