1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1949 Austin A 110
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
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, 1972 AMC Javelin (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 110. 1972 AMC Javelin has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Javelin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1949 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | Javelin | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
