1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 1998 Opel Astra is newer by 49 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Opel Astra, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 110 | Astra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
