1976 Mini MK IV vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 36 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK IV.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK IV. 2012 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. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mini MK IV | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Mini | Land Rover |
Model | MK IV | Freelander |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |