1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 49 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, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL 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 901 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
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, 1997 Acura EL, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Austin | Acura |
| Model | A 110 | EL |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2619 mm |
