1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 55 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 750 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 30 | Avensis |
Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |