2009 Citroen C2 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2009 Citroen C2 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 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, 1959 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C2 | 109 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2780 mm |