1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 49 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 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 255 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 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 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Land Rover | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A 109 | 147 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |