1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 59 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 751 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2010 Volkswagen T5, 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
