1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1993 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 40 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 730 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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar 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 | 1993 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 30 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3030 mm |