1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1984 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1984 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 31 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 740 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 1984 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1984 Toyota Blizzard (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Blizzard 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 | 1984 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 30 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
