1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 41 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, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 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 620 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Morgan 4. 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, 2002 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan 4 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 | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
| Model | A 109 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2450 mm |
