1986 Citroen BX vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX 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 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX 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 300 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | BX | A 109 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2139 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 138 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |