1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 50 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), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Simca | Land Rover |
Model | 1000 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
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 | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |