1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1530 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 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 30 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |
