1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 30 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 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 190 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, 1986 Ford Escort, 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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort 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 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 30 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 48 L |
