1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1586 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin A 60 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 60 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |