1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Justy is newer by 50 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Justy (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Justy weights approximately 230 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 2005 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Justy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Justy (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Justy 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 | 2005 Subaru Justy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | A 30 | Justy |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2370 mm |