1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1996 Ford Tracer
To start off, 1996 Ford Tracer is newer by 44 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Tracer weights approximately 286 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, 1996 Ford Tracer, 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, 1996 Ford Tracer (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Tracer 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 | 1996 Ford Tracer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 30 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
