1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 30 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |