1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 42 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 525 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, 1997 Rover 200, 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, 1997 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 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 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | A 30 | 200 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2510 mm |