1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 43 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1350 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 30 | Caprice |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 4312 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2950 mm |