1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1995 Opel Frontera is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Frontera weights approximately 959 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 1995 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Frontera 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 | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | A 30 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
