2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (80 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1954 Rover P4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Freelander | P4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |