2005 Citroen C vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2005 Citroen C 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C | A 109 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
