1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (180 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 58 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 90 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | A 90 | Defender |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 93 L |