1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1991 Italdesign M12
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 is newer by 37 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 272 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30.
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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 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 | 1991 Italdesign M12 | |
| Make | Austin | Italdesign |
| Model | A 30 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
