1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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 10 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2002 Subaru Outback 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. 2002 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | A 109 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
