1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 65 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 470 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion.
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, 2013 Ford Fusion, 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion. 2013 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1948 Austin A 110 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 110 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |