1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2012 Jeep Compass is newer by 64 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, 2012 Jeep Compass (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Compass 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 571 kg more than 2012 Jeep Compass.
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, 2012 Jeep Compass, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Compass. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2012 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | A 110 | Compass |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1814 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
