1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 58 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 906 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 30 | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | A 30 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |
