1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1964 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 110. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | A 110 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
