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) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). 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 588 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 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 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 |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 111 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1500 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 |