1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1998 Opel Tigra
To start off, 1998 Opel Tigra 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Tigra (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Tigra weights approximately 375 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 Opel Tigra, 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 Opel Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Tigra 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 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 30 | Tigra |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |