1971 Avanti Avanti vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1971 Avanti Avanti is newer by 10 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Avanti Avanti 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 80 kg more than 1971 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Avanti Avanti. 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. 1971 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Avanti Avanti | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Avanti | Land Rover |
Model | Avanti | A 109 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |