1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 49 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 520 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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan 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 | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Austin | TVR |
Model | A 30 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
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 | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 57 L |