1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 42 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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110.
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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 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 | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 110 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
