1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1958 Trabant P 50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1947 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm). This means 1947 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
| Make | Austin | Trabant |
| Model | A 110 | P 50 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2030 mm |
