1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1950 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1952 Austin A 30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Fiat 1500 (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1952 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 1950 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 30 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |
