1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 29 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 155 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (393 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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 | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | A 110 | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
