1976 Mini MK IV vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mini MK IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mini MK IV would be higher. At 3,190 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1876 kg more than 1976 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mini MK IV. 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 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK IV. 2011 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1976 Mini MK IV has manual transmission. 1976 Mini MK IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mini MK IV | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Mini | Land Rover |
| Model | MK IV | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
