1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra is newer by 56 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, 2009 Nissan Sentra (138 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 646 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2009 Nissan Sentra, 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (147 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 110 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
