1947 Austin A 110 vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 63 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Escape weights approximately 928 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 2010 Ford Escape 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. 2010 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 132 L |
