1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1988 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1988 Lancia Delta is newer by 33 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Delta weights approximately 255 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, 1988 Lancia Delta, 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, 1988 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Delta 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 | 1988 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | A 30 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
