1951 Austin A vs. 2005 Lada 110
To start off, 2005 Lada 110 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lada 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lada 110 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lada 110 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada 110 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada 110, 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, 2005 Lada 110 (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Lada 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2005 Lada 110 | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | A | 110 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |
