1971 Abarth 124 vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 124 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 32 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 124. (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1838 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 124 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2708 kg |
