1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2010 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2010 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 57 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 1,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 355 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, 2010 Daewoo Kalos, 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, 2010 Daewoo Kalos (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Daewoo Kalos 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 | 2010 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | A 30 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
