1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 35 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), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa weights approximately 140 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, 1988 Opel Corsa, 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa 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 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 30 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
