1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 51 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 477 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | A 30 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
