1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 43 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 733 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 30 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 3391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |