1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1972 Chevrolet DeVille
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is newer by 25 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille 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 291 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1972 Chevrolet DeVille | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | DeVille |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2900 mm |
