1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1989 Chrysler Viper
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 36 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 910 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper 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 | 1989 Chrysler Viper | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 30 | Viper |
Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 7986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 621 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |