1960 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1851 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | 7 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 86 L |
