1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1965 Alpine A 110 is newer by 4 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 13 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110. 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 1965 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Alpine A 110 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
Model | A 110 | A 109 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2780 mm |