2005 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt 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 85 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Cobalt | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
