1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 529 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Simca 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Freelander (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Land Rover Freelander | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
Make | Land Rover | Simca |
Model | Freelander | 1500 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |