1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2001 Saturn SC 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Saturn SC, 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Austin | Saturn |
| Model | A 110 | SC |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
