1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Scion tC (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Scion tC weights approximately 638 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 Scion tC, 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 Scion tC (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Scion tC 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 Scion tC | |
| Make | Austin | Scion |
| Model | A 30 | tC |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
