1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1995 Volvo 460
To start off, 1995 Volvo 460 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 460 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 460 weights approximately 345 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, 1995 Volvo 460, 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, 1995 Volvo 460 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 460 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 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 30 | 460 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |