1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 58 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 265 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
