1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2004 Rover Streetwise
To start off, 2004 Rover Streetwise is newer by 43 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, 2004 Rover Streetwise (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover Streetwise 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 350 kg more than 2004 Rover Streetwise.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover Streetwise. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover Streetwise.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2004 Rover Streetwise | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | A 109 | Streetwise |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |