1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 27 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 20 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.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | A 30 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
