1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 280 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 60 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
