1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1999 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Move is newer by 45 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 135 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, 1999 Daihatsu Move, 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, 1999 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Move 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 | 1999 Daihatsu Move | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | A 30 | Move |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 71.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 37 L |