1979 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1608 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV. (190 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | GTV | Freelander |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 401 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2708 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |