1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 18 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 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 515 kg more than 1979 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 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
Model | A 109 | Leone |
Year Released | 1961 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |