1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1322 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery (265 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 35 | 1989 Rover Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 35 | Land Rover Discovery |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2012 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |