1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 54 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110.
Because 1953 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (231 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
