1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 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 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 422 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 377 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper 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 | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A 30 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 8001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 49 L |
