1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1959 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 5 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 2,286 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 480 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 1959 Chevrolet Corvair | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | A 30 | Corvair |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2750 mm |
