1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1972 Seat 1500
To start off, 1972 Seat 1500 is newer by 18 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 1500 (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1500 weights approximately 630 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 | 1972 Seat 1500 | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | A 30 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |