1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1973 Triumph Dolomite is newer by 12 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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite 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 614 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Land Rover | Triumph |
Model | A 109 | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |