1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima 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 898 kg more than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2008 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
