1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 744 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 110 | Golf |
Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1231 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 |