1946 Austin 16 vs. 2003 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 740 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1946 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1946 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2003 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | 16 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
