1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1995 Mazda 121
To start off, 1995 Mazda 121 is newer by 34 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, 1995 Mazda 121 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 121 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 760 kg more than 1995 Mazda 121.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda 121. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1995 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | A 109 | 121 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1322 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |