1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 36 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 205 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 | 1997 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 109 | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
