1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1991 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1991 Toyota MR2 is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 555 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, 1991 Toyota MR2 (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota MR2 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 | 1991 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 30 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |