1951 Austin A vs. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1755 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 2002 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |