1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 40 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 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 110 | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 110 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |