1980 Chrysler 160 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1980 Chrysler 160 is newer by 19 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, 1980 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler 160 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 494 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Chrysler 160. 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 @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler 160 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | 160 | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
