1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1978 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Valiant 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Valiant.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 1978 Chrysler Valiant | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 110 | Valiant |
Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |