1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | A 110 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
