2009 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 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 99 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1722 kg more than 1974 Simca 1100. 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 1974 Simca 1100. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (87 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Freelander | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Simca |
| Model | Freelander | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2632 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
