1999 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Simca 1307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Simca 1307 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 12 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1307. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 Simca 1307. 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 1977 Simca 1307. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1307. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Freelander | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Freelander | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
