1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 12 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 43 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. 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 Austin A 110 | 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Corvair |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
