1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 30 kg more than 1948 Austin A 110. 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner, 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 87 L |
