1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1955 Austin-Healey 100
To start off, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | |
Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
Model | A 30 | 100 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 109 L |