2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 47 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV 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 135 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Land Rover |
Model | GTV | A 109 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |