1968 Morris Minor vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor 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 (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor.
Because 1968 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Morris Minor | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Morris | Land Rover |
Model | Minor | Freelander |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2670 mm |