1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 845 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 70 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2750 mm |
