1974 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 13 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 596 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (138 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | Spider | A 109 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 138 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |