2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 756 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Freelander | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
