1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 54 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 65 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. 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, 2002 Ford Ka, 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
