1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 52 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 69 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | A 109 | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |
