1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1988 Austin Montego
To start off, 1988 Austin Montego is newer by 34 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Montego weights approximately 436 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, 1988 Austin Montego, 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, 1988 Austin Montego (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Montego 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 | 1988 Austin Montego | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 30 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
