1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 46 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 802 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Z (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 280 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 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda Z (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Z 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 | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | A 30 | Z |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 61 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 35 L |