1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2000 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2000 Holden Zafira is newer by 47 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Zafira weights approximately 780 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, 2000 Holden Zafira, 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, 2000 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2000 Holden Zafira 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. 2000 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2000 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | A 30 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
