1949 Austin 16 vs. 1955 Austin A 30
To start off, 1955 Austin A 30 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. 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 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1955 Austin A 30 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | 16 | A 30 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 28 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |