1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 33 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 470 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser, 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser 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 | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Austin | Plymouth |
Model | A 30 | Laser |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |