1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avalon is newer by 51 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon 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 289 kg more than 2002 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2002 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110. 2002 Toyota Avalon 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. 2002 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
