1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 685 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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 Toyota Avensis, 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 110 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 91.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |