1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1396 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 30 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 93 L |
