1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 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 132 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 780 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. 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 1956 Austin A 90. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 90 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 90 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |
