1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 53 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ikon (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 1035 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, 2006 Ford Ikon, 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, 2006 Ford Ikon (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ikon 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 | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 30 | Ikon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |
