1977 Fiat 132 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 132 (71 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 132 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 270 kg more than 1977 Fiat 132.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 132. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (148 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 132 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | 132 | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2780 mm |
