1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 19 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 875 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 | 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 30 | Chevelle |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |
