1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1975 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 140 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | A 30 | Golf |
Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |