1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 560 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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2001 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 30 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
