1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper is newer by 57 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper 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 374 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper 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 | 2008 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | A 110 | Viper |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 8285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 499 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |