1948 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1953 Austin A 110
To start off, 1953 Austin A 110 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1953 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 6C | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2442 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 34 L |
