2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon vs. 1951 Austin A 110
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Crosswagon | 1951 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Crosswagon | A 110 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
