1949 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 63 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 619 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 110 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 110 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
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 | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |