1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 50 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 74 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Z |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
