1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Fox (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 688 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 109 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
