1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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 480 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 110 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
