1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 34 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (195 HP @ 6625 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour 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 193 kg more than 1998 Ford Contour.
Because 1964 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour 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 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 110 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6625 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
