1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1977 Subaru Leone is newer by 16 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, 1977 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone 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 580 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | A 109 | Leone |
Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |