1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 2008 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 40 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |