1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 44 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 250 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 110 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
