1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Defender is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 758 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90.
Because 2008 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Defender 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, 2008 Land Rover Defender (301 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2008 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 90 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 2117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 93 L |
