1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1971 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1971 Triumph Toledo is newer by 19 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Triumph Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph Toledo (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph Toledo should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph Toledo weights approximately 205 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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Triumph Toledo (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph Toledo 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 | 1971 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | A 30 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |
