1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1968 Opel Kadett is newer by 14 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 1,076 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Kadett (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Kadett weights approximately 75 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, 1968 Opel Kadett (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Kadett 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 | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | A 30 | Kadett |
Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1076 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |