1978 Simca 1307 vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1307 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1307. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 515 kg more than 1978 Simca 1307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Simca 1307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1307. (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1307. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1978 Simca 1307 has manual transmission. 1978 Simca 1307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Simca 1307 | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Simca | Land Rover |
Model | 1307 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |