1986 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109

To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 25 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 33 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 668 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.

Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 33.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Alfa Romeo 33 1961 Land Rover A 109
Make Alfa Romeo Land Rover
Model 33 A 109
Year Released 1986 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1351 cc 2286 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 78 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 912 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 2070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2780 mm


 

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