1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 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, 1996 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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 1996 Honda CR-V.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V 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) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V. 1996 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
