1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 25 kg more than 1962 Austin A 99.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 99. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 99 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 99 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |