1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 2162 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. 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 1971 Abarth 595. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Abarth | Land Rover |
| Model | 595 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 68 L |
