1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 30 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
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, 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 1966 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Austin | Willys-Overland |
| Model | A 30 | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2110 mm |
