2005 Audi A2 vs. 1948 Austin A 110
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 57 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, 1948 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Audi A2, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1948 Austin A 110 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A2 | A 110 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 34 L |
