1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1992 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1992 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 44 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 10 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1992 Volkswagen Golf, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1992 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2480 mm |
