1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 881 kg more than 1949 Austin A 110. 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, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 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 Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
