1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith is newer by 27 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith 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 | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | A 110 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
