1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2007 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1172 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 2007 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Land Rover |
Model | 100 | Defender |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3230 mm |