1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 24 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 35 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 110 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |