1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 1976 Fiat 130 is newer by 22 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 922 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 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 | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | A 30 | 130 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |