1975 Austin Maxi 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 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Maxi 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 49 more horse power than 1975 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Austin Maxi. 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 Austin Maxi. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Austin Maxi | 1999 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Maxi | Freelander |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1483 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |