1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 280 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 55 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2560 mm |