1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 34 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra 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 770 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
