1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (67 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 133. 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 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 133 | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2780 mm |
