1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Smart ForFour weights approximately 290 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, 2004 Smart ForFour, 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, 2004 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Smart ForFour 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 | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Austin | Smart |
| Model | A 30 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 47 L |
