1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1999 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Zeta is newer by 48 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, 1999 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta 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 325 kg more than 1999 Lancia Zeta.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Zeta, 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Zeta. (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1999 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 110 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
