1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 107 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2011 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Peugeot 107, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 2011 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 110 | 107 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
