1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 8 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | 1750 | A 109 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 167 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |