1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 51 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1683 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 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 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 30 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2363 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 98 L |