1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1991 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 40 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 25 kg more than 1951 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1951 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1951 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 1991 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 110 | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2950 mm |