1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1963 Seat 1500
To start off, 1963 Seat 1500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1500 weights approximately 480 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 1963 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | A 30 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
