1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK II is newer by 10 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 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 772 kg more than 1956 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, 1966 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 1966 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 30 | MK II |
Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 63 L |