1952 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin-Healey 100. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin-Healey 100 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin-Healey 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1952 Austin-Healey 100 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Land Rover |
Model | 100 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2890 mm |