1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 52 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1615 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 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 30 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 99 L |
