2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 44 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (238 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 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 12 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
| Model | 156 | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
