1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 39 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 400 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2000 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Land Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | A 109 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
