1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 354 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
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 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
