2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 565 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. 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 (260 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (196 Nm). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Land Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | Freelander | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
