1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2003 Honda Fit
To start off, 2003 Honda Fit is newer by 39 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, 1964 Austin A 110 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 544 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Honda Fit, 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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 2003 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 110 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
