1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1959 Ford Zephyr is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 110 | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1948 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |