1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza is newer by 47 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), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 108 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.
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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | A 109 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| 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 | 224 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
