1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 59 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Challenger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger 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 84 kg more than 2012 Dodge Challenger.
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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (637 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger 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 | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 110 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
