1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1526 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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 1959 Abarth 1600. 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 1959 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1600 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.
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1959 Abarth 1600 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
Model | 1600 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |