1966 Morris 1800 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1966 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1966 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Morris 1800. 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 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morris 1800. (137 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morris 1800 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Morris | Land Rover |
| Model | 1800 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
