1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 145 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback.
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, 2012 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 109 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1555 kg |
