1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 63 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 110 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
