1953 AC Ace vs. 1947 Austin A 110
To start off, 1953 AC Ace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1953 AC Ace. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1213 kg more than 1953 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1947 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC Ace. (149 Nm). This means 1947 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC Ace | 1947 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | Ace | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 34 L |
