1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 46 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 670 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | A 30 | Altezza |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |