1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 61 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva 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 714 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |
