1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1964 Checker Town
To start off, 1964 Checker Town is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Checker Town is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Checker Town (212 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Checker Town should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30.
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. 1964 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 1964 Checker Town | |
| Make | Austin | Checker |
| Model | A 30 | Town |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3060 mm |
