1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1972 Steyr Haflinger 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 802 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 30 (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 30 should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 30 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1953 Austin A 30 (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Austin | Steyr |
| Model | A 30 | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
