1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 26 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 255 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1979 Subaru Coupe (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe 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 | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 30 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |