1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2008 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 53 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 427 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang 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 | 2008 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 30 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |