1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1964 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1964 Maserati Mistral is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Maserati Mistral (243 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1964 Maserati Mistral.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1964 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 110 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
