1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1892 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 30 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2572 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 |