1972 AMC Matador vs. 1953 Austin A 110
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 AMC Matador. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Matador. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 110 weights approximately 491 kg more than 1972 AMC Matador. 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, 1953 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Matador. (265 Nm). This means 1953 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Matador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1953 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | AMC | Austin |
| Model | Matador | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 34 L |
