1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1986 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1986 Lancia Thema is newer by 33 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Thema (165 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Thema weights approximately 470 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, 1986 Lancia Thema, 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, 1986 Lancia Thema (285 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Thema 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 | 1986 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 30 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
