1953 Austin A 110 vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 979 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1953 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 110 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2350 mm |
