1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30.
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, 1989 Ford Escort, 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, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 30 | Escort |
Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |