1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 940 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Austin A 30 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 30 | Passat |
Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
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 | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |