1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 156 kg more than 1964 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 110 | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | A 110 | Grande Parisienne |
Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 101.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 102 L |