1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 50 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fiesta (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 425 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, 2004 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2004 Ford Fiesta (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fiesta 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 | 2004 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 30 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
