1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 120 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1964 Austin A 110.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 110 | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 110 | Defender |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |