1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2001 Proton 400 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 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton 400 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 610 kg more than 2001 Proton 400.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton 400. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2001 Proton 400 | |
Make | Land Rover | Proton |
Model | A 109 | 400 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |