2001 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 640 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Simca 1100. 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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1979 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1979 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Land Rover Freelander | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Freelander | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
