1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 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 1,982 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 710 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 850, 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 850 (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 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 850 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 30 | 850 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |