2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 44 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 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 410 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo 147. 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 147 | 109 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
