1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 48 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 980 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis 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 | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 30 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
