1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 55 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, 2006 Isuzu I-280 (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu I-280 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1951 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | A 110 | I-280 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
