2001 Audi A2 vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 670 kg more than 2001 Audi A2.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Audi | Land Rover |
Model | A2 | 109 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |