1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Delta weights approximately 450 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, 1998 Lancia Delta, 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, 1998 Lancia Delta (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Delta 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 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 30 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.5 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
