1947 Austin A 110 vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, 2004 MG XPower is newer by 57 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower 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 435 kg more than 2004 MG XPower.
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, 2004 MG XPower (410 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2004 MG XPower 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 | 2004 MG XPower | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 110 | XPower |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
