1989 Audi 200 vs. 1948 Austin A 110
To start off, 1989 Audi 200 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Audi 200.
Because 1948 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1948 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 200 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 34 L |
