1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 25 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 135 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.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | A 110 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1948 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 91 L |