1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 Dodge Caliber (158 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 166 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 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 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Land Rover | Dodge |
| Model | A 109 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2634 mm |
