1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 40 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2495 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 93 L |
