1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 51 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (108 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 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 421 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2012 Citroen C3 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. 2012 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Citroen |
| Model | A 109 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |
