1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 11 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 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura 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 510 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Centura | 109 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |