1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. 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, 1996 Opel Astra, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1996 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
