1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 38 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 340 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.
Because 1952 Austin A 30 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Orion (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion 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 | 1990 Ford Orion | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 30 | Orion |
Year Released | 1952 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |