1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2010 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen GTI 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 599 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
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 Volkswagen GTI, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 110 | 2010 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 110 | GTI |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4211 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |