1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1976 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Simca 1000 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Simca | Land Rover |
Model | 1000 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 944 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 68 L |