1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 23 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 300 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, 1977 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 30 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2520 mm |