1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1965 AC Cobra is newer by 12 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 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC Cobra 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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra 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 | 1965 AC Cobra | |
Make | Austin | AC |
Model | A 30 | Cobra |
Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 4737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |