1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1971 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1971 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 10 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 1971 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. 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 1971 Volkswagen 1302. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1971 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | A 109 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |