1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2007 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2007 Ford Mustang is newer by 53 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), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang 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 | 2007 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 30 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
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 | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 105.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |