1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 50 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 487 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Austin | Porsche |
Model | A 110 | 996 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2360 mm |