1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1983 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 29 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Polo (39 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 22 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.
Because 1954 Austin A 30 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1983 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 30 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |
