1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 50 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Solara weights approximately 715 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, 2003 Toyota Solara, 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, 2003 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Solara 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 | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 30 | Solara |
Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |