1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1963 Mini MK I
To start off, 1963 Mini MK I is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Mini MK I. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1963 Mini MK I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1963 Mini MK I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mini MK I. 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 (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mini MK I. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mini MK I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1963 Mini MK I | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mini |
| Model | A 109 | MK I |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2040 mm |
