1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1997 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang 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 1050 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 1997 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 728 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
