1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 795 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 40 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2560 mm |