1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 40 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
