1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1952 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1953 Austin A 30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Skoda 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Skoda 1200 (35 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Skoda 1200 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1953 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, 1952 Skoda 1200 (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Skoda 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 1952 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Austin | Skoda |
Model | A 30 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2690 mm |