1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 96 L |
