1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1993 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 44 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (187 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 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 405 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet S-10.
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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 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 | 1993 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3130 mm |
