1948 Austin A 110 vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX 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 650 kg more than 1997 Honda S-MX.
Because 1997 Honda S-MX 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, 1997 Honda S-MX 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda S-MX. 1997 Honda S-MX 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. 1997 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 110 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |