1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1990 Subaru XT
To start off, 1990 Subaru XT is newer by 42 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, 1990 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT 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 820 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT.
Because 1990 Subaru XT 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, 1990 Subaru XT 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 1990 Subaru XT | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 110 | XT |
Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |