1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 55 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, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 230 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
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, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3050 mm |
