1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 54 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 644 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
