1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 50 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 490 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 30 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |