1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 57 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 617 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
