2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 45 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 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 2006 Citroen C5. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C5 | A 109 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |