1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Centura is newer by 16 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, 1977 Chrysler Centura (118 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Centura 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 384 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1977 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Centura | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Centura | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
