1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1984 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 28 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 240 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo 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 | 1984 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | A 30 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 57 L |
