1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 27 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 45 kg more than 1947 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice 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. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3100 mm |
