1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 49 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 875 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.
Because 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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. 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 2000 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 108 L |
