1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2007 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 455 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2007 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | 1800 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
