1953 Austin A 110 vs. 1975 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 22 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (333 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 1975 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 110 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
