1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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. 2011 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 70 | LR2 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |