2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1948 Austin A 110
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 55 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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 70 kg more than 2003 Audi RS6.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1948 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | RS6 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 34 L |
