1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 57 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Bantam weights approximately 304 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, 2012 Ford Bantam, 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, 2012 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Bantam 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 | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 30 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 54 L |
