1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Citi 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1123 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Volkswagen Citi, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2008 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 1423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 49 L |
