1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 20 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), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 820 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. 1973 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Austin | Avanti |
| Model | A 30 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| 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 | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2780 mm |
