1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 27 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman 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 430 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 110 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 110 | Statesman |
Year Released | 1949 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2900 mm |