1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (231 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | A 60 | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 231 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
