1947 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 59 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 225 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 336 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
