1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 572 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Land Rover 109 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | 109 | 3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1598 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |