1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 60 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 425 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, 2008 Nissan Quest, 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
