2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 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 C4 (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 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 437 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C4 | 109 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |