1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 53 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue 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 293 kg more than 2004 Buick Park Avenue.
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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110. 2004 Buick Park Avenue 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. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | A 110 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |