1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 54 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1396 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 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 30 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 88 L |