1972 Austin Maxi vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Austin Maxi. (95 HP @ 5350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1632 kg more than 1972 Austin Maxi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Austin Maxi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin Maxi. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Austin Maxi | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Maxi | Freelander |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |