1973 Austin 1800 vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 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 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Austin 1800. 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 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin 1800 | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | 1800 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |