2002 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 Simca 1308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Simca 1308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1308. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1308.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Land Rover Freelander | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
Make | Land Rover | Simca |
Model | Freelander | 1308 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |