1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 47 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 802 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart Roadster weights approximately 205 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, 2002 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Smart Roadster 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 | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | A 30 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |