1953 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 332 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.
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 Ram (447 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 110. 2012 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 110 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 110 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |
