1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1983 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 110 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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, 1983 Ford Mustang (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Mustang 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 | 1983 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
