1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 51 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1065 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2004 Chrysler 300 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. 2004 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | A 30 | 300 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 76 L |