1964 Austin A 110 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 49 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 110. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 96 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 110. (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 110 | Golf |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |