1968 AMC AMX vs. 1947 Austin A 110
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 1968 AMC AMX has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 AMC AMX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1947 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | AMX | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3040 mm |
