1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 1991 Renault Clio is newer by 30 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, 1991 Renault Clio (93 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio 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 505 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Clio. 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 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | A 109 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |
