1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 24 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 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra 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, 2011 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2011 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
