1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC 2-Litre (76 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | AC | Land Rover |
| Model | 2-Litre | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2780 mm |
