1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2007 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600. 2007 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1962 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1962 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2007 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 600 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
