1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2010 Mazda 5
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 898 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 Mazda 5, 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 Mazda 5 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2010 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2010 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 30 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
