1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2002 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2002 MG ZT-T is newer by 53 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, 2002 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG ZT-T 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 350 kg more than 2002 MG ZT-T.
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, 2002 MG ZT-T, 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG ZT-T. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG ZT-T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2002 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | A 110 | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.8 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
