1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Opel Astra

To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 550 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 Opel Astra, 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 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra
Make Austin Opel
Model A 30 Astra
Year Released 1953 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 802 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 28 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 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 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 3470 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 52 L


 

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