1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1982 Holden Camira
To start off, 1982 Holden Camira is newer by 29 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Camira weights approximately 360 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, 1982 Holden Camira, 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, 1982 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Camira 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 | 1982 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 30 | Camira |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
