1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 62 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 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 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
