1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 22 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Beta weights approximately 320 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.
Because 1953 Austin A 30 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta 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 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 30 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 49 L |
