1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2011 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Kia Rondo is newer by 50 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rondo (198 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rondo 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 215 kg more than 2011 Kia Rondo.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Rondo. 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, 2011 Kia Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2011 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2011 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Land Rover | Kia |
| Model | A 109 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
