1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 58 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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 52 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Kyron.
Because 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | A 110 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
