1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 345 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 30 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
