1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1968 Opel GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 110 | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 110 | GT |
Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |