1941 Ford Taunus vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (62 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1941 Ford Taunus. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1941 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 746 kg more than 1941 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Ford Taunus | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Taunus | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
