1969 Austin 1300 vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1969 Austin 1300 has manual transmission. 1969 Austin 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Land Rover |
| Model | 1300 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 104 L |
