1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa is newer by 45 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Opa weights approximately 590 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, 2000 Toyota Opa, 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, 2000 Toyota Opa (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Opa 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 | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 30 | Opa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
