1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1954 Austin A 30
To start off, 1955 Austin A 30 is newer by 1 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. Both 1955 Austin A 30 and 1954 Austin A 30 are equipped with a 802 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 28 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 54 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 1954 Austin A 30 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | A 30 | A 30 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 28 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |
