1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 580 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 110 | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 110 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |