2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 35 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Wrangler | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Wrangler | A 109 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2780 mm |