1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (407 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 90 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
