1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1991 Volvo 460
To start off, 1991 Volvo 460 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Volvo 460 weights approximately 370 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, 1991 Volvo 460, 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, 1991 Volvo 460 (176 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 460 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 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | A 30 | 460 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |