1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Vauxhall VX4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1955 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, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 30 | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | A 30 | VX4 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |