1975 Audi 50 vs. 1999 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 715 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Audi 50 | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | 50 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |