1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (134 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 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 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | A 109 | 6 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |