1944 Citroen 7 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 7 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 7. (33 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1944 Citroen 7. 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 1944 Citroen 7. 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:
| 1944 Citroen 7 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | 7 | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1303 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2780 mm |
