1953 Austin A 110 vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 1995 Lexus SC is newer by 42 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, 1995 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus SC 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 425 kg more than 1995 Lexus SC.
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, 1995 Lexus SC (365 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1995 Lexus SC 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 | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | A 110 | SC |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
