2009 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109

To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 48 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 60 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV.

Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GTV (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 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:

2009 Alfa Romeo GTV 1961 Land Rover A 109
Make Alfa Romeo Land Rover
Model GTV A 109
Year Released 2009 1961
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2286 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1520 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


 

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