1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1978 Austin Maxi
To start off, 1978 Austin Maxi is newer by 30 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 55 more horse power than 1978 Austin Maxi. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1978 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1978 Austin Maxi. 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, 1978 Austin Maxi, 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Austin Maxi. (104 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1978 Austin Maxi | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 110 | Maxi |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
