1969 Monteverdi 2000 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Monteverdi 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Monteverdi 2000 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 29 more horse power than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 786 kg more than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. 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 1969 Monteverdi 2000. 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 (400 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Monteverdi 2000. (157 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Monteverdi 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Monteverdi 2000 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Land Rover |
| Model | 2000 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
