1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300.
Because 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 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 Discovery 3 (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 2005 Land Rover Discovery 3 | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | 1300 | Discovery 3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |