1966 Avanti Avanti vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1966 Avanti Avanti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1966 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 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.
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1966 Avanti Avanti | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Avanti | Land Rover |
Model | Avanti | 109 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |