1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1999 Porsche 996
To start off, 1999 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 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 600 kg more than 1999 Porsche 996.
Because 1999 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 996 (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 996 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 | 1999 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 110 | 996 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2360 mm |