1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 37 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 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 309 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 170 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, 1990 Peugeot 309, 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (88 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 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 | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 30 | 309 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |