1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla (221 HP) has 97 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 695 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
