2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1966 ZAZ 966
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 ZAZ 966. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 ZAZ 966 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1966 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1966 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1964 kg more than 1966 ZAZ 966. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 ZAZ 966. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1966 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | Land Rover | ZAZ |
| Model | Freelander | 966 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2170 mm |
