1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2007 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 59 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, 2007 Renault Scenic (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic 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 505 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic.
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, 2007 Renault Scenic, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Scenic. (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2007 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
