1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith 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 915 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith 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 | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 110 | Griffith |
Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |