1954 Austin A vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 695 kg more than 2011 Ascari A10.
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, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Austin | Ascari |
Model | A | A10 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2636 mm |