1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 245 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110. 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 110 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 69 L |