1979 Fiat 131 vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 380 kg more than 1979 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 131 | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 131 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |