2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (110 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 500 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.
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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Kia | Land Rover |
Model | Sportage | A 109 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 251 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |