1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 20 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 125 kg more than 1948 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 110 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |
