1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1989 Eagle Talon
To start off, 1989 Eagle Talon is newer by 40 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, 1989 Eagle Talon (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon 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 710 kg more than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Eagle Talon, 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Eagle Talon. (276 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1989 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Austin | Eagle |
| Model | A 110 | Talon |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2480 mm |
