1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 51 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 254 kg more than 1953 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
