1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 40 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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (103 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 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 310 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot 307. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307. 2001 Peugeot 307 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. 2001 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | A 109 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
