1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (283 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 55 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 283 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
