1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1963 Citroen 2CV 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1963 Citroen 2CV. 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 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (138 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen 2CV | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | 2CV | A 109 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 138 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |