1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 30 | LR2 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |