1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Parati
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 38 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, 1999 Volkswagen Parati (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Parati 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 602 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Parati.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Parati. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Parati (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Parati 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Parati | |
Make | Land Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | A 109 | Parati |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2480 mm |