1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1956 Lotus 11
To start off, 1961 Land Rover A 109 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lotus 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lotus 11 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lotus 11 (74 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lotus 11 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 1200 kg more than 1956 Lotus 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1956 Lotus 11 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | A 109 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2160 mm |
