1990 Ginetta G33 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1990 Ginetta G33 is newer by 29 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ginetta G33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ginetta G33 (198 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ginetta G33 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 706 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ginetta G33. 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, 1990 Ginetta G33 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Ginetta G33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ginetta G33 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Land Rover |
| Model | G33 | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3947 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 874 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |
