1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1998 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1998 Subaru Vivio is newer by 44 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 802 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Vivio (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 30 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Subaru Vivio.
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, 1998 Subaru Vivio, 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, both vehicles can yield 54 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 1998 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 30 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2320 mm |
