1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 41 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, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend 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 585 kg more than 1989 Honda Legend.
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, 1989 Honda Legend, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1989 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2674 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
