1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 46 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 440 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | A 109 | Corsa |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |