1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Discovery (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 528 kg more than 1961 Austin A 99. 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 1961 Austin A 99. 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 (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99. 2004 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1961 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 99 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 99 | Discovery |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |