1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 59 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram 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 284 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110. 2008 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 110 | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 110 | Ram |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 132 L |