1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 55 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 570 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, 2010 Peugeot 307, 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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 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 | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 30 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
