1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 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 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 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 523 kg more than 2013 Volvo C30.
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 Volvo C30, 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 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 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 110 | C30 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
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 | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |