1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 62 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Fit, 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
