2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1970 Triumph 1300
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph 1300 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 84 more horse power than 1970 Triumph 1300. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1793 kg more than 1970 Triumph 1300. 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 1970 Triumph 1300. 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 (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph 1300. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1970 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
| Model | Freelander | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
