1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1833 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 30 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1783 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 88 L |