1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 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, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 90 | 2006 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 90 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 86 L |
