1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1968 Opel Diplomat is newer by 21 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Opel Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1968 Opel Diplomat.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Opel Diplomat (427 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1968 Opel Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 1968 Opel Diplomat has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Opel Diplomat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Diplomat |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
