1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 62 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 208 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Actyon.
Because 2010 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 110 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
