1967 Alpine A vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 2008 kg more than 1967 Alpine A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alpine A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender 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:
1967 Alpine A | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Alpine | Land Rover |
Model | A | Defender |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |