1987 Fiat 126 vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 2123 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Fiat 126 | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
Model | 126 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |