1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1971 Jensen SP is newer by 15 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen SP weights approximately 1103 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30. 1971 Jensen SP 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. 1971 Jensen SP will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | A 30 | SP |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
