1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1974 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 906 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. 2009 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1974 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1974 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Avanti | Land Rover |
| Model | Avanti | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
