1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 16 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 815 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro 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 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 30 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
