1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 21 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 1,166 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 166 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Sprinter 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 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 30 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
