2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1973 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 386 kg more than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1973 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Land Rover | Sunbeam |
| Model | Freelander | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
