1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 60 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR 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 544 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 110 | HHR |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |