1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 110 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |