1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 56 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (166 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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 395 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback 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) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 110 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
