1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1969 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1969 Zastava 1500 is newer by 13 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Zastava 1500 (53 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 300 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, 1969 Zastava 1500 (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Zastava 1500 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 | 1969 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Austin | Zastava |
| Model | A 30 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
