1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio 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 550 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | A 109 | Clio |
Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |