1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 57 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, both vehicles can yield 124 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape 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, 2005 Ford Escape 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 59 L |
