1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 57 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, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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 260 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2261 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
