1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1963 Austin A 99 is newer by 2 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin A 99 (107 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin A 99 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. 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, 1963 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin A 99 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 99 | A 109 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 224 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |